Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has claimed that Iran attempted to assassinate one of his sons, but has provided no details about when the alleged plot took place, which son was targeted or how close it came to being carried out.

Netanyahu made the claim during a phone interview with Israel's Channel 14 on Monday while discussing security arrangements for political figures and members of his family ahead of Israel's October 27 general election.

The allegation comes amid heightened tensions between Israel and Iran following the ongoing US-Israeli war with Tehran. The conflict has already involved major attacks and the deaths of senior Iranian leaders, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

Netanyahu Says Iran Targeted His Son

During the interview, Netanyahu said Iran had targeted one of his sons and attempted to kill him. He did not identify whether the alleged target was his elder son Yair Netanyahu or his younger son Avner Netanyahu.

When asked about the alleged assassination attempt, Netanyahu did not provide operational details or explain exactly how Israeli authorities had learned about the threat. Reuters reported that he also did not say how close the alleged plot came to being carried out.

Claim Comes Amid Security Debate

Netanyahu raised the allegation while speaking about security protection for political candidates and his family.

His comments followed reports that Israel's Shin Bet security agency had declined to provide a security detail for Gadi Eisenkot, a former army chief and political rival who is expected to contest the upcoming election. Netanyahu argued that Eisenkot and other political figures facing serious threats should receive adequate protection.

Netanyahu described such protection as necessary rather than a luxury, saying that without adequate security, Iranian threats could succeed.

Which Son Was Allegedly Targeted?

Netanyahu has two sons, Yair and Avner, but he did not say which one was allegedly targeted.

Yair, 35, has spent extended periods in Miami since 2024. His stay outside Israel has previously generated political controversy, including debate over security arrangements and the cost of protecting him. Avner lives in Israel.

Israeli media reports have said both sons, along with their mother Sara Netanyahu, received extended personal protection from Israeli authorities in July.

Was the Alleged Plot Previously Known?

Some Israeli media reports said the alleged assassination attempt had been known to the country's security establishment for several months but had been subject to restrictions on publication.

The Times of Israel reported that the matter appeared to have been under military censorship, while other reports said the alleged plot had been known within the security establishment before Netanyahu discussed it publicly. However, details about the alleged operation remain unavailable.

There has been no independent public evidence presented in the reports reviewed to establish the details of the alleged assassination attempt. Iran has also not publicly responded to Netanyahu's specific accusation, according to Reuters.

Comes Ahead of Israel's General Election

The statement also comes at a politically sensitive time for Netanyahu.

Israel is scheduled to hold its general election on October 27, and Reuters reported that Netanyahu's coalition is trailing in opinion polls. His comments about threats from Iran therefore come amid both heightened regional tensions and an active domestic political campaign.

The security of political leaders and candidates has become an increasingly prominent issue as Israel remains engaged in its conflict with Iran.

What We Know So Far

At this stage, the central fact is that Netanyahu has made the allegation publicly, but has not provided details that would allow the alleged plot to be independently assessed.

It remains unclear which son was allegedly targeted, when the attempt took place, what method was allegedly involved and whether anyone was arrested or charged in connection with the claim.

The allegation adds another dimension to the already intense confrontation between Israel and Iran, but the details of the alleged assassination attempt remain undisclosed.